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Tempt with Meaning in English

expression

ˈtɛmpt/ /ˈwɪð/, /ˈwɪθ/, /wɪð/, /wɪθ
TEMPT with / TEMPT widh
tˈɛmpt/ /wˈɪð
TEMPT widh

Definition

To try to make someone want to do something, usually something they shouldn't, by offering something attractive or appealing.

Usage & Nuances

'Tempt with' is often used in more formal or descriptive contexts. Common collocations: 'tempt with food', 'tempt with money'. The thing used to tempt is named after 'with'. Usually implies the action is strong but not always successful.

Example Sentences

She tried to tempt him with chocolate.

basic

The ad tempts shoppers with big discounts.

basic

Don't tempt her with that offer; she might accept.

basic

They tried to tempt me with the promise of a free trip, but I said no.

natural

"Don't tempt me with dessert! I'm on a diet," he laughed.

natural

Mark always tries to tempt us with new gadgets at work.

natural